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Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP) - Software - July 2027

Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP) - Software - July 2027

GE Appliances

Louisville, KY • On-site

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.
The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.
Interested in joining us on our journey?
GE Appliances provides learning opportunities, challenges, and support for software engineers. We are applying the latest techniques in software development such as Agile, TDD, Continuous Integration, and Testing Automation to the embedded software field. Every day, we push ourselves to find innovative solutions, produce higher quality code, and deliver it on schedule. We're heavily invested in our EEDP program because Edisons are the future of our business.
Position
Edison Engineering Development Program (EEDP) - Software - July 2027
Location
USA, Louisville, KY
How You'll Create Possibilities
  • Position is a 3-year entry-level rotational development program based in Louisville, KY

  • We develop in C (production code) and scripting languages like Lua and JavaScript (tooling)

  • We work in a resource-constrained environment with (generally) no heap, and primarily run bare metal but some projects use an RTOS

  • We use the industry-leading version control system Git

  • We are Agile!

  • We're heavily invested in Test Driven Development (TDD) which is a great way to work

  • We use continuous integration to automate builds and identify issues quickly

  • We're invested in continuous learning and full time developers have the opportunity to attend software conferences

  • We're doing a lot of work towards making connected appliances - this means creating both highly debuggable platforms for development as well as enabling Internet of Things (IoT) functionality

  • GE Appliances has an active EEDP community with leadership and social opportunities

  • The software team is the best team - we have a relaxed dress code, great bosses, two arcade machines, and a ping pong table that gets a lot of use

  • Completion of a GE Appliances-sponsored Masters degree for those who do not already have one is required

  • Completion of GE Appliances-specific and relevant technical coursework

  • EEDPs receive targeted training from seasoned engineers and participate in projects to develop them into well-rounded software engineers

  • Rotate teams 4 to 6 times where each rotation is usually 6 months with one 1 year rotation

  • Participate in software team daily activities such as scoping work, identifying requirements, creating & refining designs, implementing 100% unit tested code, bench testing, and supporting Software Quality Assurance

  • Be a "buddy" to and mentor software co-ops

Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or better in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering Degree

  • Cumulative GPA >= 3.0 (out of 4.0)

  • Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States

  • Positions located in Louisville, KY

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Passion for Software

  • Desire and ability to learn

  • Solid analytical skills

  • Strong work ethic

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills

  • Related coursework

  • Completed two or more co-op rotations/internships prior to graduation

What You'll Bring to Our Team
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GEA, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
GE Appliances offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
Our Culture
Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.
This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.
By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.
GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.
GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to ask.recruiting@geappliances.com